Pete Codinha

Pete Codinha is an experienced equity trader currently serving at Balyasny Asset Management L.P. since February 2007, where responsibilities include executing global quant trades and mentoring traders to enhance alpha generation for investors. Notable achievements include creating a plan to reduce the equity broker list, yielding significant cost savings. Prior to this role, Pete was Head of US Equity Trading for the US Navy, supporting Operation Enduring Freedom as a convoy commander and managing a $23 million budget for training supplies for US Navy SEALs. Earlier experience also includes trading at Amaranth, specializing in long/short equity within TMT, financials, and SPACs. Education includes a Bachelor of Science in Political Science and Government from the United States Naval Academy and an MBA in Finance from San Diego State University.